Louis C.K.: Oh My God
Louis C.K.: Oh My God

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Louis C.K.: Oh My God

2013
Movie
58 min
English

Filmed at the Celebrity Theatre in Phoenix, AZ on February 15th and 16th, 2013, Oh My God is Louis C.K.'s fifth stand-up special, his first for HBO since 2007's Shameless, and his first since winning a Emmy Award for writing on his acclaimed show on FX, Louie. Performed in the round in front of a live audience, he discusses such topics as the food chain, animals, divorce, strange anecdotes, broken morality, murder and mortality.

Insights

IMDb8.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes95%
Metacritic80/100
Google Users94%
Director: Louis C.K.Genres: Comedy, Stand-up

Plot Summary

Louis C.K. delivers his signature observational humor in this HBO stand-up special, filmed at New York's Comedy Cellar. He tackles a wide range of topics, from the mundane struggles of modern life and parenting to more profound existential questions about death, religion, and the human condition. C.K. masterfully blends self-deprecation with sharp social commentary, offering a darkly funny and often uncomfortable look at ourselves.

Critical Reception

Louis C.K.: Oh My God was widely acclaimed by critics for its honesty, intelligence, and raw comedic power. Reviewers praised C.K.'s ability to find humor in the darkest aspects of life and his unflinching self-examination. The special solidified his reputation as one of the most insightful and influential voices in contemporary stand-up comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Universally praised for its unflinching honesty and sharp wit.

  • C.K.'s ability to find humor in the uncomfortable and existential is unparalleled.

  • A masterful performance that further cements his status as a comedy icon.

Google audience: Audiences lauded Louis C.K.'s characteristic blend of dark humor and relatable observations, finding the special both hilariously funny and thought-provoking. Many appreciated his candidness and willingness to explore difficult topics with intelligence and comedic timing.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Special.

Fun Fact

The special was filmed at the iconic Comedy Cellar in New York City, a venue that has hosted countless legendary comedians.

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